Independent Bank Corp. and Rockland Trust Company Expands Board of Directors with Three Accomplished Leaders
Independent Bank Corp. (INDB) has announced the appointment of three new directors to its Board, effective April 1, 2025. The new appointees are Leif O'Leary, CEO of Alegeus Technologies, Dawn Perry, SVP and Chief Risk Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and Aparna Ramesh, EVP and CFO of the Federal Agricultural Mortgage
O'Leary brings 30 years of technology and digital transformation expertise, Perry contributes regulatory compliance and risk management experience, and Ramesh offers extensive financial leadership from both private and public sectors. The appointments aim to enhance the bank's governance and support its growth strategy.
Board Chair Donna L. Abelli stated that each new director brings unique perspectives that will strengthen Rockland Trust's relationships and support its community commitment. These strategic appointments reflect the bank's focus on technological innovation, risk management, and financial oversight.
Independent Bank Corp. (INDB) ha annunciato la nomina di tre nuovi direttori per il suo Consiglio, con effetto dal 1 aprile 2025. I nuovi nominati sono Leif O'Leary, CEO di Alegeus Technologies, Dawn Perry, SVP e Chief Risk Officer di Blue Cross Blue Shield del Massachusetts, e Aparna Ramesh, EVP e CFO del Federal Agricultural Mortgage.
O'Leary porta con sé 30 anni di esperienza nel settore della tecnologia e della trasformazione digitale, Perry contribuisce con la sua esperienza in materia di conformità normativa e gestione del rischio, e Ramesh offre una vasta leadership finanziaria sia nel settore privato che pubblico. Le nomine mirano a migliorare la governance della banca e a supportare la sua strategia di crescita.
La Presidente del Consiglio Donna L. Abelli ha dichiarato che ciascun nuovo direttore porta prospettive uniche che rafforzeranno le relazioni di Rockland Trust e sosterranno il suo impegno verso la comunità. Queste nomine strategiche riflettono l'attenzione della banca per l'innovazione tecnologica, la gestione del rischio e la supervisione finanziaria.
Independent Bank Corp. (INDB) ha anunciado el nombramiento de tres nuevos directores para su Junta, con efecto a partir del 1 de abril de 2025. Los nuevos nombrados son Leif O'Leary, CEO de Alegeus Technologies, Dawn Perry, SVP y Chief Risk Officer de Blue Cross Blue Shield de Massachusetts, y Aparna Ramesh, EVP y CFO de la Hipoteca Agrícola Federal.
O'Leary aporta 30 años de experiencia en tecnología y transformación digital, Perry contribuye con su experiencia en cumplimiento normativo y gestión de riesgos, y Ramesh ofrece un amplio liderazgo financiero tanto en el sector privado como en el público. Los nombramientos tienen como objetivo mejorar la gobernanza del banco y apoyar su estrategia de crecimiento.
La Presidenta de la Junta, Donna L. Abelli, declaró que cada nuevo director aporta perspectivas únicas que fortalecerán las relaciones de Rockland Trust y apoyarán su compromiso con la comunidad. Estos nombramientos estratégicos reflejan el enfoque del banco en la innovación tecnológica, la gestión de riesgos y la supervisión financiera.
Independent Bank Corp. (INDB)는 2025년 4월 1일부터 이사회에 세 명의 새로운 이사를 임명한다고 발표했습니다. 새로운 임명자는 Leif O'Leary, Alegeus Technologies의 CEO, Dawn Perry, Massachusetts의 Blue Cross Blue Shield의 SVP 및 Chief Risk Officer, 그리고 Aparna Ramesh, 연방 농업 모기지의 EVP 및 CFO입니다.
O'Leary는 30년의 기술 및 디지털 혁신 전문성을 가지고 있으며, Perry는 규제 준수 및 위험 관리 경험을 제공하고, Ramesh는 민간 및 공공 부문에서의 광범위한 재무 리더십을 제공합니다. 이러한 임명은 은행의 거버넌스를 향상시키고 성장 전략을 지원하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
이사회 의장인 Donna L. Abelli는 각 새로운 이사가 Rockland Trust의 관계를 강화하고 지역 사회에 대한 헌신을 지원할 독특한 관점을 제공한다고 밝혔습니다. 이러한 전략적 임명은 은행의 기술 혁신, 위험 관리 및 재무 감독에 대한 집중을 반영합니다.
Independent Bank Corp. (INDB) a annoncé la nomination de trois nouveaux directeurs à son Conseil, prenant effet le 1er avril 2025. Les nouveaux nommés sont Leif O'Leary, PDG d'Alegeus Technologies, Dawn Perry, SVP et Chief Risk Officer chez Blue Cross Blue Shield du Massachusetts, et Aparna Ramesh, EVP et CFO de la Federal Agricultural Mortgage.
O'Leary apporte 30 ans d'expertise en technologie et transformation numérique, Perry contribue avec son expérience en conformité réglementaire et gestion des risques, et Ramesh offre une vaste expérience en leadership financier, tant dans le secteur privé que public. Les nominations visent à améliorer la gouvernance de la banque et à soutenir sa stratégie de croissance.
La présidente du Conseil, Donna L. Abelli, a déclaré que chaque nouveau directeur apporte des perspectives uniques qui renforceront les relations de Rockland Trust et soutiendront son engagement envers la communauté. Ces nominations stratégiques reflètent l'accent mis par la banque sur l'innovation technologique, la gestion des risques et la supervision financière.
Independent Bank Corp. (INDB) hat die Ernennung von drei neuen Direktoren für seinen Vorstand bekannt gegeben, die am 1. April 2025 wirksam werden. Die neuen Mitglieder sind Leif O'Leary, CEO von Alegeus Technologies, Dawn Perry, SVP und Chief Risk Officer bei Blue Cross Blue Shield von Massachusetts, und Aparna Ramesh, EVP und CFO der Federal Agricultural Mortgage.
O'Leary bringt 30 Jahre Erfahrung in Technologie und digitaler Transformation mit, Perry trägt Erfahrung in der regulatorischen Compliance und Risikomanagement bei, und Ramesh bietet umfassende finanzielle Führung sowohl im privaten als auch im öffentlichen Sektor. Die Ernennungen zielen darauf ab, die Governance der Bank zu verbessern und ihre Wachstumsstrategie zu unterstützen.
Der Vorsitzende des Vorstands, Donna L. Abelli, erklärte, dass jeder neue Direktor einzigartige Perspektiven mitbringt, die die Beziehungen von Rockland Trust stärken und das Engagement für die Gemeinschaft unterstützen werden. Diese strategischen Ernennungen spiegeln den Fokus der Bank auf technologische Innovation, Risikomanagement und finanzielle Aufsicht wider.
- Strategic board diversification with expertise in technology, risk management, and finance
- Addition of current C-level executives from relevant industries
- Enhancement of digital transformation capabilities through O'Leary's tech background
- Strengthened risk management oversight with Perry's regulatory expertise
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Leif O'Leary (Photo: Business Wire)
“We are pleased to welcome these three exceptional leaders to our Board,” said Donna L. Abelli, Chair of both the Independent and Rockland Trust Board of Directors. “Leif, Dawn, and Aparna each bring a unique perspective that we believe will further strengthen the trust that is central to each Rockland Trust relationship. Their wealth of experience will be invaluable as the Bank continues to grow and reinforce its commitment to the people and communities it serves.”
Leif O’Leary is a technology and innovation leader with over 30 years of experience driving digital transformation. His background in software and technology will support Rockland Trust’s ongoing efforts to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. O’Leary currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Alegeus Technologies, a company that develops benefit and payment solutions for the industry’s leading health plans. Prior to joining Alegeus, Leif was the Chief Executive Officer of Intralinks, a financial technology provider for banking and capital markets. O’Leary attained his bachelor’s degree in political science and marketing from
Dawn Perry is a seasoned attorney and risk advisor. With deep expertise in regulatory compliance and retail services, she brings valuable insight into navigating today’s evolving regulatory and risk environment. Perry currently serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Risk and Audit Officer, as well as Senior Counsel, at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of
Aparna Ramesh is an accomplished Chief Financial Officer with broad experience in the private and public sectors. Her financial expertise and economic insight will help guide the Bank’s continued focus on sustainable performance and fiscal responsibility. She currently serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer of the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation. Previously, Aparna was the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at the Federal Reserve Bank of
These appointments reinforce Rockland Trust’s dedication to maintaining a strong Board that upholds the highest standards of governance and accountability.
About INDB and Rockland Trust
Independent Bank Corp. (NASDAQ Global Select Market: INDB) is the holding company for Rockland Trust Company, a full-service commercial bank headquartered in
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